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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tumminello, Internist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Vincent Tumminello, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA. He is board certified. Dr. Tumminello graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans and completed his residency at University of Alabama Hospital Program. Dr. Tumminello is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tumminello’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tumminello’s office at (225) 769-4044.
Where did Dr. Tumminello go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Hospital Program
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
Is Dr. Tumminello board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Tumminello, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Tumminello speak?
Dr. Tumminello and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Tumminello typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Tumminello diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Tumminello. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Tumminello typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vincent Tumminello may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Tumminello's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tumminello accept my insurance?
Dr. Tumminello accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 769-4044 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tumminello accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Tumminello in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Tumminello's office located?
Dr. Vincent Tumminello's Primary Practice
7373 Perkins Rd
Baton Rouge, LA 70808
(225) 769-4044
What is Dr. Tumminello's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tumminello's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356368179.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tumminello?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tumminello
What is Dr. Vincent Tumminello's specialty?
Dr. Tumminello is a Internist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Vincent Tumminello affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Tumminello is affiliated with Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vincent Tumminello accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Vincent Tumminello is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vincent Tumminello offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Tumminello's office at (225) 769-4044 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vincent Tumminello?
Please contact Dr. Tumminello's office at (225) 769-4044 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vincent Tumminello have?
Dr. Vincent Tumminello is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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